Structural Welding Engineer

Axiom Space • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Welding Engineer, who’s responsible for developing, qualifying, and supporting welding processes used in the fabrication of flight and ground hardware. This role works closely with design, materials, stress, and manufacturing teams to ensure welds meet structural, safety, and certification requirements. The engineer defines weld procedures, supports supplier and in-house welding operations, and helps with troubleshooting issues during manufacturing and testing. They also play a key role in inspections, failure investigations, and continuous improvement of welding techniques for aerospace applications. This position reports to the Senior Manager – Structures & Mechanisms. This role is onsite and will be based at our Space Station Development Facility (SSDF).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering or related field with 9+ years of experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Advanced expertise in welding engineering with strong knowledge of AWS specifications, codes, and standards.
• AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or ability to obtain certification within one year.
• Proven capability in tooling and fixturing design to minimize distortion and ensure weld consistency.
• Broad understanding of welding processes, material selection, weld sample preparation, and required tooling/fixtures.
• Hands-on experience with GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, PAW, FCAW, FSW, resistance welding, orbital welding, EBW, and LBW.
• Expertise in developing and qualifying weld processes, including WPS, PQR, test campaigns, mechanical testing, and NDE.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication.
• Experience with aerospace hardware, NASA standards, advanced alloys (Ni, Cu, etc.), and manufacturing methods (castings, forgings, AM, machining, leak/acceptance testing).
• Proficiency in root cause analysis using fractography/metallography (optical/SEM), hardness testing, chemical analysis, and mechanical evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and drive progress on complex challenges.
• Strong judgment, proactive problem-solving, and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality outcomes.
• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
• Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Responsibilities

• Support production operations on full-scale welded assemblies, providing direction to manufacturing engineers and welders on correct techniques in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Advise, guide, and provide consultation on Axiom Space welding requirements for a variety of welding processes, including materials selection, process control, and weld qualification
• Support of welding-related Material & Processes group activities including written documentation, drawings review, review of vendor documentation, vendor onsite inspections, materials assessments, flight certifications, and related duties
• Review of design, engineering drawings, and project documentation to ensure that welding requirements are met
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees